Parlor Doughnuts — Restaurant in Saint Clair Shores

To clear up the confusion, these are "cro-nuts" - a combination of croissant-like, layered dough that is shaped and (presumably) fried like a donut, then sugared on the outside, with the specialty ones frosted, filled (or at least they used to be or maybe some still are) topped, etc. The donut itself is oversized, so you get a lot of donut for the relatively high price. (Seems odd other reviews would complain about the large size...) I came on opening day and was wowed with the deliciousness of the maple bacon, the strawberry shortcake, and even the sprinkled one my kids got was tasty. BUT. When I returned today, I tried the raspberry pistachio and was rather disappointed to find out it was not raspberry jelly filled - just a plain donut with raspberry frosting and a rather small quantity of pistachios on it. My bad for not asking first if it was filled, but oh well. Still, the maple bacon was the bigger disappointment, because the delicious maple cream filling that was inside the donut the first time I had it was simply not in there today. Pretty bummed. Very cute inside, very kind and helpful staff, lots of drinks options. Wasn't thrilled I had to ask the price of a dozen, because it's only listed as $2.45/donut for 12+, and come on, guys, your customers don't wanna do that math. The price is high whether you put it on the board or I have to pull out a calculator, so just put it out there, and support the rationale for the price by producing better, more consistent quality. Haven't tried the breakfast sandwiches but was told by staff they're delicious. Undecided if I would give...

Amazing Doughnuts, Perfect for Any Event!

I recently ordered a pickup catering order of mini doughnuts, and I couldn’t have been more impressed! We had a variety of flavors: cinnamon sugar, seasonal apple, raspberry, and coconut. Every single one was absolutely delicious. People couldn’t stop going up for more, and everyone kept repeating how tasty they were throughout the event.

Many guests even asked where we got the doughnuts from, and I was happy to tell them about Parlor’s! The process was super easy—from placing the order (which was straightforward and quick) to picking it up on time. The doughnuts were ready right when promised, and the presentation was perfect. I will definitely be catering from them again in the future!

Also, I hope they make the mini apple doughnuts a permanent option...

If you have no dietary restrictions, I'm jealous! The full, fluffy donuts look and taste beyond amazing (per my better half). If you get to indulge, do it!

Unfortunately for me, I had to stick with the small, dense, dry gluten free friendly donuts. I chose the Churro and Raspberry Pistachio. Now I haven't eaten the RP one yet but the Churro GF was beyond disappointing. Super dry, plain donut with chocolate cream and some brown coating that didn't taste like a Churro. It honestly tasted like a PB chocolate donut. The frozen ones you can find at the health food store taste better. That said they're $3.95 a donut. Price to quality ratio super inconsistent.

Staff was super friendly! Atmosphere lovely. In the photo is the GF raspberry pistachio and the turtle cheesecake...